Camaro Drag Program Build
 

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When I first saw the teaser video of these two cars in 2016 I was taken totally by surprise. For years the Chevrolet Performance Parts Catalog has left me envious of all the hardcore pieces that are available to the road race guys. I am thrilled that they now offer parts aimed at the weekend drag racer.

For almost two years I have been working with my friends at Chevrolet Performance to come up with a cool way to showcase this awesome program.

This build is my spin on the concept!

This is the "before" photo.

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The car is a 1SS with an 8-speed automatic transmission and magnetic ride control. The only other options were the paint color and stripe. As this car will not see public highways we have installed a rollcage and racing seats for safety.

This is the interior today.

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We have removed the HVAC, air bags, wipers, and speakers. Also removed was carpet padding and sound deadener as well as engine covers, etc. Obviously, most people will not remove most of these items. I have detailed records of what everything weighed and will share in this thread. That way you can make informed choices with your build.

The first thing that I did before making any modifications was visit my local truck scales.

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This is with a quarter tank and no driver.

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Hey what's up Daren long time no see hehe.

Love the build, keep the updates coming!!!

What do you have in mind for the engine. Looks like a really nice job on the roll cage.

The first step will be the Chevrolet Performance bolt-ons. The car will see a lot of runs in that form. After that, it depends on feedback and what Chevrolet Performance would like to showcase.


Thanks. We started with parts from COPO Parts Direct and MPR. My buddy Jesse helped me and did all of the TIG work. We were able to fit it without a lot of issues. As I am running the stock suspension and not the 4-link, we had to make a few custom pieces. The hardest part was working with the factory wiring, exhaust, drivetrain, gas tank, etc.. My past projects have always been full-on race cars. Taking everything apart and putting it all back was special to say the least!!

More please!

Weight of parts removed? Total new weight? More pics of the cage? What are the small rods on the cage below the door bar?

Daren what do those car weight stock?

This is the cage right after paint. The small rod is the lower mount for a window net. I will post the new weight soon.

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The photos above (on the scales) are straight from the dealer.

These are the items that I have removed. Obviously, the cage, seats, etc. add quite a bit of weight back.

Door speakers 4.8
Rear quarter speakers 6.4
Driver lower air bag 1.8
Passenger lower air bag 2
Seats 104
Rear seat upper 18
Rear seat lower 11
Seat belts 11.2
Driver air bag 1.6
Trunk trim panels 11.4
Rear quarter sound proofing 3.2
Tow hook and holder 3.4
Front floor mats 2
Track deflector kit 1.2
Side air bags 5.8
Dash speakers 0.8
Passenger air bag 4.2
Coil covers 1.8
Engine cover 2.4
Engine trim "Camaro" 1.2
Hood liner 1.6
Heater ducts 3.6
Wiper assembly 8.2
Rear seat brackets 1.2
Under floor covers 1.4
Door sound deadener 2.2
Heater box 16.6
AC compressor 13.6
Misc. sound deadener and padding 22.8
Windshield washer assembly 2.2
Plastic covers under the engine cradle 5.6
Wheels and tires 78.8

Definitely subscribed... but wish I could view photobucket pics here.

I'll check back later.

Thanks for the pics and detailed list of weight loss.

Thanks for that breakdown on weight gump !
Subed for this one!